Perspectives Pastors Podcast, Season 2, Episode 39: Restorative Faith – Anxiety Lessened by Joy
Jun 29, 2025
Summary
Rev. Trudy and Rev. Brittany are back in the First United Methodist Church of San Diego video studio, this time discussing anxiety and how it can be lessened through “restorative faith.” The digital Bible study kicks off with the reading of Matthew 6:25-34 – the familiar passage that urges us to “stop worrying about tomorrow, because tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”
Detail
Rev. Trudy and Rev. Brittany are back in the First United Methodist Church of San Diego video studio, this time discussing anxiety and how it can be lessened through “restorative faith.” The digital Bible study kicks off with the reading of Matthew 6:25-34 – the familiar passage that urges us to “stop worrying about tomorrow, because tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”
With anxiety running high throughout today’s society, this scripture can bring comfort to those who find themselves anxious. But, as Rev. Trudy points out, there’s also potential for the scripture to be misused and misquoted, shaming people for their mental health struggles and making them question their level of faith because of the worries that still exist in their life.
The two women dive deep in their discussion, talking about their own battles with anxiety, the illusion of control, materialism, consumerism, and questioning of scripture when taken at face value.
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- What in your life is causing you anxiety in the moment?
- How does the surrounding culture create and exacerbate anxiety?
- What is the difference between our desire for the kingdom of God than our desire for clothing?
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